Lappin weighs in on sheriff department’s role at the border
Sheriff Chris Nanos didn’t respond to our requests for an interview, but his Republican challenger, Heather Lappin was happy to clarify her views.
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News about Pima County, Tucson, South Tucson, Oro Valley and Marana.
Former UA president launches website touting success
A week after stepping down as President of the University of Arizona, Robert C. Robbins has launched a new website promoting his work as a “Leader, Innovator and Educator.”
Bechtol has big ideas for Pima County's District 4
Vanessa Bechtol may be new to politics, but she has decades of experience in community and public service that she says makes her the most qualified candidate for District 4’s Pima County Supervisor seat.
Tucson Village Farm celebrate 15 years of supporting local youths
From a sprout of an idea to a flourishing hub of community engagement, Tucson Village Farm has grown to become a vital resource for health and education as it approaches its 15th anniversary.
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Allen's priorities include climate, housing and rural communities
Jen Allen is running as a Democrat for the District 3 Pima County Supervisor position, facing Republican Janet Wittenbraker and Independent Iman-Utopia Layjou Bah in November’s election.
Rocco’s Little Chicago is moving on … down the street
After years of uncertainty as the Broadway widening project slogged along and the pandemic interrupted business, Rocco’s Little Chicago is finally moving to a larger space at 2555 E. Broadway.
Pascua Yaqui entrepreneur empowers Native business owners through tech education
This summer, Nicolette ‘Niko’ Gomez launched the Yaqui-Tech Innovation Lab, a pilot program aimed at delivering high-quality, accessible technology education to entrepreneurs on the Pascua Yaqui Reservation.
Arizona Democrats hoping for a trifecta
Republicans have held a trifecta in Arizona since 1992, but Democratic officials and outreach groups are hoping to change that.
